Ballet Gala

Sunday 2 August 2026, 5.00pm
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House

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Experience the elegance of dance at the Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala, on stage at the iconic Sydney Opera House Concert Hall. Witness the extraordinary talent of 16 young dancers from across Australia, as they compete for prestigious scholarships, showcasing their dedication and skill. This gala event includes the finals of the Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Scholarship (16-19 Years) and Junior Ballet Scholarship (14 & 15 Years), along with captivating performances by guest artists and the inaugural Sydney Eisteddfod Future Stars Défilé – presented by Bloch.

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty of ballet, where talent meets passion.

Senior Finalists
Luke Antcliffe
Jessica Cooper
Florence Hanks-Ruttyn
India-Rose Macé
Frances Ng
Lewis Nicholson
Holly Robinson
Anna Stephensen

Junior Finalists
Oliver Austin
Samuel McGuire
Ava Lingxi Meng
Ava Radojevic
Sophie Simonds
Maci Smith
Harriet Thomas
Xirui Xu

Guest Performers
Ablaze Dance Academy
Dance North Academy
The McDonald College
Studi-O

Sydney Eisteddfod gratefully acknowledges the support of Mrs P and the Pearson Family, Rebbell Barnes, Tanya Pearson Academy, The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet, Bloch, and the donors to the Sydney Eisteddfod Jubilee Fund.

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